'No way Premier League can block this now' – Newcastle United fans react to Saudi piracy update

The Saudi Authority for Intellectual Property has vowed to ‘block websites in violation of intellectual property’ as they look to crack down on piracy, meaning the £300m Newcastle United takeover could move a big step closer.

Here’s what you think about the news...

@KDNH1995 – “Saudi’s are cracking down on piracy. Our takeover is DEFINITELY HAPPENING #CANS”

@NUFCinsight – “Big anti-piracy statement from KSA. Taking on board WTO report and potential pushes from others maybe? Only time will tell with the latter but a positive step in removing potential #NUFCTakeover problems.”

@simplyMaximin – “I've not lost hope yet or Wor Mandy parachuting into SJP at half time to announce the #nufctakeover today yet.”

@WilfredAchom – “I told you one, I told you twice, this Saudi led takeover is a done deal, only ironing out few bits & pieces to ease out piracy accusation, by the way, there is piracy in every country. Not condoning it, but #NUFC shouldn't be a scapegoat. Rejoice! D day soon.”

@ToonMouthTyne – “These are HUGE developments this morning. Hard to describe how massive this is for the #NUFCTakeover. There's no way the @premierleague can/will block this takeover now. Surely it will confirmed within the next couple of days?”

@David_Taylor33 – “Almost there now! The news the Saudis are blocking 231 websites that violate intellectual property rights surely heralds PL acceptance of the #NUFC takeover. I can't wait to see those #SportsDirect signs coming down.”